Castles bristling with tall spires nestle among the trees, vast lakes glisten in the sun and mist floats across a rocky mountain overshadowing a lonely cabin.
A stunning photo series captures the magic of Europe's landscape,weaving together unique, once-upon-a-time moments of diving into alpine lakes and meeting curious deer in Bavarian forests.
From Swiss lakes to fabled German castles, Bavarian photographer André Alexander has gathered an enchanting vision of central Europe.
In Bavaria the impressive Castle Neuschwanstein climbs high into the grey sky, its stone providing a dark contrast... read more

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